Hawaii Property Records

Hawaii County, Hawaii, lacks incorporated cities, and the Hilo Micropolitan Statistical Area encompasses the entire county. In Hawaii County, HI, property records typically contain details on real estate, such as property boundaries, ownership history, valuation, and tax assessments. This registry data supports real estate transactions, land-use planning, and property tax collection.

In Hawaii County, HI, the average home rent is $1,164, while the average current home value is $406,207 and the median household income is $62,832. The average property tax rate is 0.29% for county residents.

Property records in Hawaii County, HI, are maintained by the Bureau of Conveyances (BOC). Their responsibilities encompass annually examining, recording, indexing, and microfilming over 344,000 land documents, such as deeds, mortgages, liens, maps, and more.

Access to their records is primarily available through the Public Reference Room. Documents recorded since January 1, 1976, can also be obtained online through the RecordEASE Web Access system, while records pre-dating 1976 can be requested in writing. Additionally, interested individuals can access condo maps by completing an online form.

Property records are typically indexed by the property owner's name, recorded date, document type, legal description, and document number. Instructions are provided for those who need to find their document number.

Generally, property record fees in Hawaii County are $1 per page for uncertified copies or $10 plus $1 per page plus a $10 processing fee for certified copies of documents.

To verify zoning information, contact the Hawaii County Planning Department or visit their official website. They provide comprehensive zoning information, maps, and guidance on zoning regulations and requirements for specific properties.